This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 12/10/2004.
Whether seated behind home plate or way out in the bleachers, every baseball fan, regardless of stature, has had to pass through a turnstile of some sort to enter the stadium. This is an original 1930s turnstile attributed to Crosley Field in Cincinnati. Originally named Redland Field and built on the spot of three former ballparks, Crosley Field was renamed in 1934 when Powel Crosley purchased the Reds. Home to the Reds for 58 years, it later served as an automobile impound and was demolished in 1972. This 40" high all-metal turnstile has a 42" spinner diameter. On top is the brass cap, which is usually missing, that reads "H.V. Bright, Maker, No. 4226, Cleveland, O." H.V. Bright made all the turnstiles for all the ballparks at that time. There is foot pedal with locking key that unlocks the mechanism to allow fans to enter. It is similar to the one in the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. The turnstile shows great wear and use, with a fair amount of chipping on the black paint. Shipping will be expensive for this item.